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Torbanite
Torbanite

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Torbanite and Chromite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

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Brittle

Solubility

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-

Durability

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-

Specific Gravity

-99994.5-4.8
1 7.18
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Fracture

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Uneven

Cleavage

None
None, parting may develop along {111}

Mohs Hardness

-99995.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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Fe++Cr2O4

Torbanite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Torbanite and Chromite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Torbanite and Chromite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Torbanite- -
  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Torbanite and Chromite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Torbanite and Chromite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Torbanite and Chromite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Torbanite is 4.5-4.8 whereas that of Chromite is 4.5-4.8.